The average train between Newport and Porthmadog takes 6h 17m and the fastest train takes 5h 1m. The train service runs several times per day from Newport to Porthmadog. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Newport and Porthmadog. The earliest departure is at 4:50 AM at night, and the last departure from Newport is at 7:55 PM which arrives into Porthmadog at 8:48 AM. All services require a transfer at Shrewsbury and take an average of 6h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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5h 13m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Newport to Porthmadog? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Newport to Porthmadog. However, there are services departing from Newport station and arriving at Porthmadog station via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.
Newport to Porthmadog train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Newport (S Wales) station.
Newport to Porthmadog train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Porthmadog station.
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The distance between Newport and Porthmadog is 167.5 km. The road distance is 320 km.
You can take a train from Newport (S Wales) to Porthmadog via Shrewsbury and Machynlleth in around 6h 56m.